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yellaopelgt · 08-06-2007

I have always wondered what the best possible way to store engine parts that are fresh off the motor and you KNOW are good is. My first thought would be to oil profusely... and then drain and wrap in a thick plastic. The plastic thing always makes you wonder about condensation but cloth just wont keep it as clean.(and cause a fire) I know this might be a bit tedious or anal but most Opelers ARE packrats so I'd think we'd like to keep our "junk" in as good condition as possible. This doesnt have to pertain to engine parts either, it could go into chrome, electrical,glass, ect. I got rid of alot of Opel parts a while back that were all cluttered in a small attic crawlspace that were "cooked" because it was stuff on top of stuff that was scattered.
Now that the old stuff is gone.... and I have a new mess to create.....I'm thinking plastic bins...on shelves with labels to make life alot easier.
Whats the best way to store an engine block or head? A transmission? A carb?

08-06-2007	#1 (permalink)
yellaopelgt No....its not a Buick.... Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Milwaukee Posts: 961 Classified Rating: 0% (0)	Whats the best way to "mothball" car parts?? I have always wondered what the best possible way to store engine parts that are fresh off the motor and you KNOW are good is. My first thought would be to oil profusely... and then drain and wrap in a thick plastic. The plastic thing always makes you wonder about condensation but cloth just wont keep it as clean.(and cause a fire) I know this might be a bit tedious or anal but most Opelers ARE packrats so I'd think we'd like to keep our "junk" in as good condition as possible. This doesnt have to pertain to engine parts either, it could go into chrome, electrical,glass, ect. I got rid of alot of Opel parts a while back that were all cluttered in a small attic crawlspace that were "cooked" because it was stuff on top of stuff that was scattered. Now that the old stuff is gone.... and I have a new mess to create.....I'm thinking plastic bins...on shelves with labels to make life alot easier. Whats the best way to store an engine block or head? A transmission? A carb?